KIRO | April 12, 2022
Folks everywhere are feeling the emotional burden of Russia's war in Ukraine, especially because results of the violent clashes are so visible through modern media as well as social media coverage. This story featuring Michele Bedard-Gilligan, PhD, was covered by multiple media outlets including KING 5, KOMO Radio and FOX 13.
Education Week | April 12, 2022
Without even counting digital instruction, the amount of time teenagers and tweens spend staring at computer screens rivals how much time they would spend working at a full- or a part-time job. Educators and children’s health experts alike argue students need more support to prevent the overuse of technology from leading to unhealthy behaviors in the classroom. Michelle Garrison, PhD is quoted.
The Seattle Times | April 12, 2022
Overall, teen drug use has dropped to a relative historic low, according to the state and national data. But the drug supply is becoming more dangerous. Caleb Banta-Green, PhD, is quoted.
Patch | April 12, 2022
The Washington State Department of Health is warning the public to be careful after a recent report found that more than 2,000 Washingtonians fatally overdosed last year. Caleb Banta-Green, PhD, is quoted.
Right as Rain | April 11, 2022
Scientists are learning that more and more people are experiencing climate anxiety and grief. Katherine Hoerster, PhD, shares helpful ways she and others can manage those feelings.
The Seattle Times | April 10, 2022
Champions of the “Sunshine Protection Act” predict that it will reduce crime, conserve energy, boost the economy and improve health. What advocates may have forgotten is that we have tried permanent DST multiple times over the past century — and each time repealed it, says co-author Catherine McCall, MD.
Health.com | April 9, 2022
Research suggests people living with cancer — particularly those with more aggressive or late-stage disease — should have their mental health closely monitored. Nicole Bates, MD, is quoted.
UW Population Health Initiative | April 7, 2022
The University of Washington Population Health Initiative announced the award of eight pilot grants. Congratulations to awardees Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez, PhD, (Parent Behavior Management Training for Foster Caregivers) and Myra Parker, JD, PhD, (STIM A SPU’US - “What’s in Your Heart”: A Culturally Adapted, Trauma Informed Parenting Intervention for the Colville Tribes)!
Psyche | April 6, 2022
Worried about someone’s drinking or drug use, but not sure what to say? If you see evidence that substance use is hurting someone you care about, approach with kindness and curiosity, says K. Michelle Peavy, PhD.
Northwest Now Digital Extra | April 4, 2022
Marco Pravetoni, PhD, is trying to develop a vaccine that protects against opioid use disorder.
